Mountains & hills · South West England
Black Tor
In or near Lydford.
Black Tor — mountain in england south west. Elevation: 477 m.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Okehampton · 5.5 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Black Tor is a mountain located in england south west. Elevation: 477 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
Photo gallery
360° viewimagery from 2021
Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: North Dartmoor SSSI
- National Nature Reserve: BLACK-A-TOR COPSE
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Black Tor is a mountain located in South-West England. It is part of the rugged terrain characteristic of the region. Visitors can expect a natural landscape popular with hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering various routes and stunning views. The mountain is known for its distinctive granite outcrops and rich biodiversity.
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- Coordinates
- 50.6876, -4.0309
- Nearest railway station
- Okehampton — 5.5 km
Sources
- osm: n326046325 (ODbL)
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Where to eat & stay near Black Tor
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Black Tor?
- Black Tor is in South-West England, United Kingdom.
- What is Black Tor?
- Black Tor — mountain in england south west. Elevation: 477 m.
- How do I get to Black Tor?
- The nearest railway station is Okehampton, about 5.5 km away. The nearest town is Lydford. Its coordinates are 50.6876°, -4.0309°.
- Is Black Tor a protected site?
- Yes — Black Tor is part of the North Dartmoor SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the BLACK-A-TOR COPSE National Nature Reserve.
- How do I get to Black Tor?
- The nearest railway station is Okehampton, about 5.5 km away.